2006 Mini Cooper vs. 1966 Saab 96
To start off, 2006 Mini Cooper is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Saab 96. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Saab 96 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mini Cooper (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1966 Saab 96. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1966 Saab 96. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mini Cooper weights approximately 252 kg more than 1966 Saab 96. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mini Cooper (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Saab 96. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Saab 96.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mini Cooper | 1966 Saab 96 | |
| Make | Mini | Saab |
| Model | Cooper | 96 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 58.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 873 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 38 L |
